Department profile
Castro Leiva Abogados

Public Law

Latin America Guide 2027 : Colombia


Castro Leiva Abogados

Rankings

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Public Law - Colombia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Castro Leiva Abogados' public law team assists clients with procurement mandates across infrastructure works and public transportation, including advising on novel tramway projects in Colombia. The law firm is also well placed to provide audits on the performance of concession contracts and projects, and the team also represents clients in administrative litigation.

Work Highlights

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  • Castro Leiva Abogados acted for Zemobility regarding public transport concession contracts and the bidding process for the renewal of Bogotá’s electric bus fleet.

Strengths

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  • Castro Leiva Abogados' main strengths lie in its high level of technical expertise, its in-depth knowledge of the regulatory and contractual framework applicable to concession agreements and the public utilities sector, and its ability to develop comprehensive legal solutions aligned with clients' objectives.

    Public Law respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1José Ignacio Leiva
    Band 1José Ignacio Leiva

    José Ignacio Leiva

    Powerhouse partner José Ignacio Leiva is recognised for his expertise in contentious public law mandates. He is also active in non-contentious work, including public tenders in Colombia.

    • José Ignacio Leiva consistently provides expert advice with professionalism and excellence. He demonstrates responsiveness, thorough analysis and strategic judgement in addressing controversies and achieving solid results.

      Public Law respondentLatin America
    • José Ignacio Leiva understands our needs, addresses them effectively in court and impeccably defends our interests with conviction. He is a professional with a strong strategic capacity for navigating complex and high-impact legal processes successfully.

      Public Law respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Marcela Castro Pineda
    Band 4Marcela Castro Pineda

    Marcela Castro Pineda

    Co-head of department Marcela Castro Pineda is a standout practitioner with a strong market reputation for her expertise in project structuring and dispute resolution, advising both private and public entities.

    • Marcela Castro Pineda stands out for her experience, commitment and intelligence, consistently providing strong client service and a high level of sophistication in her work.

      Public Law respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Castro Leiva Abogados (2)

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